Stock Gifts

STOCK TRANSFER INFORMATION

Please click here for details to learn how you can make a stock transfer to the Diocese of Orlando or any of its parishes or entities. Gifts are considered complete when received in the Diocesan brokerage account. Our policy is to immediately liquidate stock gifts upon receipt in the brokerage account to ensure your gift benefits the parish or other entity as soon as possible. Your gift will be acknowledged by letter after receipt.

GIFTS OF STOCK OR APPRECIATED SECURITIES

Gifts of appreciated securities, such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, offer an easy and tax-smart way to support the work of our Church.
In most cases you will be able to avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation, and you may be able to obtain a charitable deduction for the full market value of the gift, which could be significantly greater than the initial cost.

THE BENEFITS OF STOCK GIFTS

May cost less than a cash gift.
May offer substantial tax benefits.
Can be used to make your annual gift to Our Catholic Appeal or The Shepherd’s Fund.
Can be donated to your parish, a Catholic school, or any ministry of the Diocese of Orlando.
Can be used to fund a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust that will provide you with a stream of income for life.
Can be used to fund a charitable lead trust supporting your favorite charity and providing tax benefits for your heirs.
Can be used to fund an endowment that provides everlasting support for the work of the Church.
May qualify for membership in the Vivos Christi Society if used to fund a charitable giving vehicle or included as part of a gift to the Church through a will.

HOW TO GIVE A GIFT OF STOCK

We strongly encourage gifts of stock via electronic transfer from a brokerage. It’s the fastest and easiest way to give stock to benefit your parish or another ministry!

For more information, please contact Susan Hunt or call (407) 246-4803.